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Royal Air Force Historical Society

To further the understanding of the role and history of the Royal Air Force in peace and war through publications, seminars and educational and charitable grants.

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Activities & Mission

To further the understanding of the role and history of the Royal Air Force in peace and war through publications, seminars and educational and charitable grants.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£24,033
Latest Expenditure
£138,492

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 576.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 576.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£24,033
£138,4920 / 0
2024
£54,714
£32,0760 / 0
2023
£24,340
£48,1980 / 7
2022
£19,161
£43,2950 / 4
2021
£15,370
£40,0110 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Royal Air Force Historical Society

What does Royal Air Force Historical Society do?

To further the understanding of the role and history of the Royal Air Force in peace and war through publications, seminars and educational and charitable grants.

How much income did Royal Air Force Historical Society report in 2025?

Royal Air Force Historical Society reported total income of £24k and reported expenditure of £138k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Royal Air Force Historical Society registered as a charity?

Royal Air Force Historical Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 April 1988 as charity number 299029. It has been registered for 38 years.

Who runs Royal Air Force Historical Society?

Royal Air Force Historical Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Air Vice Marshal Steven Chisnall. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Royal Air Force Historical Society operate?

Royal Air Force Historical Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Royal Air Force Historical Society a registered charity?

Yes — Royal Air Force Historical Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 299029.

Details

Address
ROYAL AIR FORCE MUSEUM
GRAHAME PARK WAY
LONDON
NW9 5LL
Registration Date
25 April 1988
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
299029
Charity Number
299029

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Trustees

Air Vice Marshal Steven Chisnall Chair
AIR CDRE G R PITCHFORK
Air Commodore Stephen Chappell
Dr Harry Andrew Nevvar Raffal
Group Captain James Grant Leggat OBE
Group Captain Thomas Eeles
John Sebastian Cox OBE
Also governs 1 other charity
Mandy Elizabeth Shepherd
Mark Wonham Russell
Sandra May Wood
Stuart Hadaway
Wg Cdr Simon Gifford Footer MBE

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